We have a lot to thank the ancient Greeks for, such as their governmental systems, cultural and artistic contributions, as well as their science and technology. But the ancient Greeks also used to use some amazing natural products to keep their skin looking beautiful that we still use today. 1. Herbs The ancient Greeks really loved their herbal baths because they were incredibly relaxing and helped to ease stiff muscles. Greek Athletes were also known to take herbal baths too. Today we too still herbal

If you live with chronic pain, you know that your quality of life suffers significantly. Even if your pain is not severe, it still interferes with every aspect of your life to some degree. Because of this, you have to use medications and other things to keep your pain at a more manageable level. However, sometimes the side effects that come with these treatments are just as bad as the pain itself. Believe it or not, there are actually certain foods that are effective in

Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the leading cause of death today. What causes it and how can it be prevented with the so-called “liquid gold”? According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, "Coronary heart disease is a disease in which a waxy substance called plaque builds up inside the coronary arteries. These arteries supply oxygen-rich blood to our heart muscle". Smoking, high levels of certain fats and cholesterol in the blood, high blood pressure, high levels of sugar in the blood (due to

Are you that type of a person who has gotten stuck with fried food? You are not alone, as many people are finding it pretty tough to ditch fried foods for better options amidst the buzz created by escalating cases of obesity in the society. Here, we look at ways you can make fried food healthier for better health results. 1. Try Using Olive Oil Oil manufacturing companies have taken advantage of people's love for fried food by producing cheap but usually low quality oil

A new study published October 22 reinforces once again that olive oil is one of the best oils for cooking compared to other seed oils. Researchers based their conclusion on a few different factors, including nutritional content and the oil's ability to maintain quality under high temperatures. Published in the American Chemical Society's (ACS) Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, scientists note that various oils have different physical, chemical and nutritional properties that can be degraded under high heat and repeated use. Many cooking oils